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HOMESTEAD, FL - OCTOBER 09: Danica Patrick driver of the #7 Andretti Green Racing Dallara Honda during practice for the IndyCar Series Firestone Indy 300 on October 9, 2009 at the Homestead-Miami Speedway in Homestead, Florida. (Photo by Robert Laberge/Getty Images)

Danica Patrick vs. Homegrown NASCAR Talent: Who Is Best for the Sport?

by Mary Jo Buchanan

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Paige Michael-Shetley commented on Danica Patrick vs. Homegrown NASCAR Talent: Who Is Best for the Sport?

I would love to see a female driver who is a top talent in NASCAR. Someday, it's going to happen. With that said, Danica is NOT...

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  Motor racing is a marketing business and a commercial spectacle, isn't it? The Danica problem is...
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  It is all about marketing Duncan. You have hit the nail on the head.

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Hotnuke commented on Danica Patrick vs. Homegrown NASCAR Talent: Who Is Best for the Sport?

Great piece, MJ. I don't see Danica making the jump anytime soon, but it could happen. If it does, NASCAR will be getting a publicity piece...

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  Thanks much! Rumors persist that Danica is coming in some way soon to NASCAR. You're right...
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Chad Muzzzillo commented on Danica Patrick vs. Homegrown NASCAR Talent: Who Is Best for the Sport?

What is home grown in nascar anymore? Jeff Gordon Kasey Kahne and Tony Stewart all came up from midgets and sprint cars. Jimmie Johnson dirt bikes...

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  Your point is well taken but I'm arguing for at least allowing the opportunity for some...
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Danica Patrick has made her "interest" in NASCAR known of late, visiting many teams and exploring her options. Although she has reportedly signed a deal to remain in the IndyCar Series, Dale Earnhardt Jr...

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Misan Akuya commented on Danica Patrick vs. Homegrown NASCAR Talent: Who Is Best for the Sport?

I like Danica but if a now 2 time champion with 11 Indycar wins and an Indy 500 win like Dario Francitti came and flopped, if...

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  I think if Danica does come, the way you are describing, with a slow and measured...

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Gary Buchanan commented on Danica Patrick vs. Homegrown NASCAR Talent: Who Is Best for the Sport?

Danica could bring a sponsor, fans and I for one like her fire and feisty style. But I do agree that Chrissy Wallace or other lady...

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  Good point -we have seen those coming from other open wheel series struggle in NASCAR. Just...

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Charles Allen commented on Danica Patrick vs. Homegrown NASCAR Talent: Who Is Best for the Sport?

I agree with most others, including yourself. I would much prefer to see a younger stock car driver get the chance that Danica will be getting....

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  Thanks Charles. I'm old school too - since there is a big funnel, with lots of...
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BONNIE MCCOY commented on Danica Patrick vs. Homegrown NASCAR Talent: Who Is Best for the Sport?

SURE BRING CHRISSY WALLACE IN SHE DESERVES IT...A GOOD KID GOOD FOR THE SPORT..CLEAN...TALENTED..COMES FROM NASCAR...THINKS IF GIVEN A CHANCE WOULD HELP NASCAR GET THE NICE...

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  Thanks for the read and comment Bonnie - agreed - Chrissy is a class act and...
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  THANKS MJ...WE NEED PEOPLE LIKE CHRISSY SHE ACTS LIKE A FEMALE ..YOU DON'T HAVE TO TAKE...

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S M Napier commented on Danica Patrick vs. Homegrown NASCAR Talent: Who Is Best for the Sport?

Good read, MJ. Way back in 1991, a young lady by the name of Shawna Robinson drove four races in the then Busch Series, had the...

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  I always wanted Shawna to succeed - thanks for bringing her up. You also mentioned several...

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